Pathogenesis Of Q Fever Monologue

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Introduction
Living and working in both Australia and the UK, Barrie Patrick Marmion was a meticulous clinical microbiologist and academic; devoted to education, research and development within pathology, immunology and virology. His contribution to microbiology was invaluable in regards to the development of an effective Q fever vaccine.
This report will examine Marmion’s research with respect to developing and promoting a Q fever vaccine, critically evaluating the impact of this accomplishment on disciplinary knowledge within microbiology and the broader medical community. A self-assessment concerning the research process, implementation of peer feedback and implications for further learning will also be included.
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Primarily, these challenges involve determining the factors that affect host susceptibility to this disease to facilitate early detection and treatment where necessary. This is particularly significant as only 40% of Q fever cases are symptomatic, and hence, this infection often exists undiagnosed within humans and may be spread unknowingly (Gidding, H. et al. 2009). Furthermore, despite the effectiveness of Q fever vaccines, this does not correspond with widespread use among people working in high risk areas – namely veterinary fields. This is reflected in a study undertaken by Sellens, E. et al. (2016) who discerned that within Australia, only 74% of veterinarians and 29% of veterinary nurses had obtained Q fever vaccination (2016); statistics that should be considerably higher given the effectiveness of the vaccine and potential exposure to infection associated with these careers. Therefore, whilst Marmion’s work is of high significance in regards to vaccine effectiveness, it’s impact is restricted by the relatively limited use of such vaccines in high risk …show more content…

Moreover, Marmion’s contribution has inspired continued research and advancement into the efficacy of Q fever vaccination, creating avenues through which scientific and medical knowledge in this area may be further pursued. Despite his work being highly regarded, the impact of Marmion’s achievements on a whole-discipline level has been restricted, as seen through his low citation count. Whilst this can partially be attributed to the highly specialised nature of his research, it also becomes apparent that Marmion’s findings lose some degree of influence when considered separately to the subsequent discoveries made by his colleagues in this area that otherwise lend weight to the significance of his

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